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Are Scattered Game Developers and Journalists Facing Similar Destinies?

Mass layoffs, shrinking institutions, and the rise of independent creators are pushing game development and journalism toward the same uncertain future.

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[Nerdspresso] Jaws 2 Chomps Cheesily with a Righteous '70s Attitude

Maybe there are a few familiar characters, but mostly it’s just similar scenarios and the bold assumption that you’ll drop some coin for more of the same. You’ve been lured by movie magic, brand loyalty, and consecutive numbers.

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[Nerdspresso] Supergirl: True Grit in Space with Capes

Thank you, new Supergirl movie, for giving me a much more intriguing version of this character. Taking a cue from 2021’s groundbreaking comic by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, Supergirl puts Kara Zor-El on a divergent path from her legendary cousin.

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[Reader Review] Backrooms - Tate S.

What Tate didn't like: "Its unique form of horror can feel inaccessible to some, especially if you prefer lots of action."

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[Editor Review] Sociopath, A Memoir - Jeff Stanford

What he didn't like: "Gagne is sometimes too clever for her own good. Not every moment needs a clever aside. We get it, you’re witty. Her exploits in the LA music scene come off less like a memoir and more like bragging."

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[Reader Review] Supergirl - William P.

What he didn't like: "The script, the lighting, the villain, the songs during action sequences taking me out of the movie, the young girl sidekick, action sequences were sometimes hard to follow, trying too hard to be edgy, Supergirl does not act heroic and is unlikable."

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[Nerdspresso] He-Man Movie: Brain Candy Nom-Nom

Grab some juice and animal crackers and settle in for all the swords and magic. Some movies can just be fun. Personally, I don’t know why Masters of the Universe isn’t blowing up the box office right now.

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[Reader Review] Widow's Bay - Glenn A.

Perfect tone and mix of horror, comedy, character. Outstanding actors connecting to brilliant writing. Enjoy the laughs because there will be a guaranteed bone chilling fright by the end of this 40-minute episode. Widow's Bay is the way to end my day.

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[Editor Review] Disclosure Day - Wes Platt

Great performances, particularly from Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Colman Domingo. Impressive visuals and action sequences on the big screen.

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A SoDu Dad's Reflection on Father's Day

Southpoint Access publisher Wes Platt reflects on the small, everyday acts of parenting that help shape families, strengthen communities, and inspire the work of local journalism.

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[Reader Review] Widow's Bay - Jimmy W.

Do you wanna watch Jaws, Friday the 13th, Midnight Mass, Evil Dead, King of the Hill, and like nine Stephen King movies but you only have time for one thing? Widow's Bay.

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[Nerdspresso] Backrooms: Creeping Out with Empty Spaces

It is like a nightmare that abruptly wakes you confused and uneasy in the dead of night. You’re not sure why it frightened you.

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